English

Verb

lean on ‎(third-person singular simple present leans on, present participle leaning on, simple past and past participle leaned on)

1. (figuratively) To depend upon for support; to require assistance from.
2. (idiomatic) To apply pressure on; to attempt to compel a person to do something; to exert influence on.

   He didn't make a donation until some of his customers leaned on him.

3. (idiomatic) To criticize or reprimand for the purpose of changing behavior.

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